Christmas in one of Australia’s toughest jails
Inside the walls of one of NSW’s most notorious prisons, work is underway to prepare a Christmas meal for thousands of inmates across the state.
Crime
Moment priest arrested on city street
Police hold concerns over what access an ex-priest has had to children after he was arrested on the streets of a major city amid an ongoing police investigation.
‘New intel’ blows Shire cold case wide open
A new witness has come forward over the disappearance of two teenage girls in Sydney’s south, breaking the case open again after more than four decades.
Man alleged horror act to 98 kangaroos
A man has been charged after dozens of kangaroos were found shot on an Australian military base.
Man killed after fall during police operation
A man has died after he was seriously injured after falling from a building during a police operation.
Driver’s bizarre act after police chase
A man found a bizarre hiding place after a dramatic police chase through Sydney.
Wheelie bin killer’s chilling jail claim
A man who killed his ex-girlfriend and left her body to rot upside down in a wheelie bin made a disturbing confession to his cellmate, a court has been told.
New details in gang violence investigation
Police say they carried out more than 150 ‘covert taskings’ in an investigation into a spate of alleged gang-related shootings, home invasions, and kidnappings.
School ducks ‘tortured’, killed in sick act
Police have launched an investigation after a school’s pet ducks were “tortured” and killed on school grounds in a disturbing act of animal cruelty.
Nightmare: Plea after alleged double murder
The new tenant of a property previously rented by Sally Li and her husband Rex Chen has spoken of a nightmare ordeal and issued a desperate plea.
Blow for cop accused of murdering two men
A police officer will spend the holidays behind bars after he allegedly murdered his ex-boyfriend and the man’s new partner with his service weapon.
Google search after acid bath murder
A man killed his pregnant wife and then attempted to dispose of her body and cover up his shocking crime by dousing her in acid, before making a chilling Google search.
Fresh charges for accused murderer
The man accused of the domestic violence murder of a childcare worker is facing new sexual assault charges.
New details of complaint against Alan Jones
What veteran broadcaster Alan Jones is accused of doing to a 10th alleged victim of historical abuse has been revealed in court.
Shock location of magic mushrooms lab
Four people have been charged after police allegedly uncovered a large magic mushrooms lab hidden in a major city.
Possible motive revealed in double murder
Police have unveiled a potential clue behind the macabre Sydney Airport body case, believing it to be a “targeted double murder”.
‘Targeted’: Bodies found near Sydney airport
Police have revealed gruesome allegations surrounding the death of a woman and the disappearance of her husband after a second body was found.
Underbelly star busted with $12.5m of meth
The career of a former child star who featured in the TV series Underbelly and Hollywood hit Hacksaw Ridge was derailed by his use of drugs, a court has been told.
Big call on Australia’s youngest murderer
A man, who at 13 became Australia’s youngest convicted murderer, has been told he will find out next year when he could be released from prison.
Reward offered for Sydney cabbie killer
Police are offering a huge reward to find the killer of Sydney taxi driver William Anthony Rogers, who was found dead in his cab 36 years ago.
Guilty cop’s shock new legal move
A police officer convicted of the manslaughter of a 95yo grandmother has lodged new legal proceedings in a bid to get his job with NSW Police back.
Influencer fights festival punch allegation
An Instagram-famous bodybuilder has appeared in court to fight charges relating to a brawl at a festival, with his counsel telling a court he acted in “self defence”.
Tributes flow for cyclist killed in crash
A regional community is in mourning after a crash killed one cyclist and injured several others.
Chilling moment Woolies worker attacked
The horror footage has been released ahead of the festive season, with a warning issued by the NSW State Government.
‘Brazen’ find in traveller’s luggage: cops
Police working out of a major airport have released photos of a “brazen” find as a warning for travellers during the festive season.
Disgraced judge has ‘lost everything’
A judge who presided over cases in a state’s highest court has landed on the other side of the law for a second time.
Alleged horror find on schoolteacher
A 23-year-old schoolteacher has been arrested following a horror alleged discovery at a school.
Man arrested over shock alleged act in pub
Police have arrested a 68-year-old man for allegedly making a Nazi salute while out at the pub.
Vigilante threats after sex acts with 14yo
A rugby player who engaged in sexual acts with a 14-year-old girl has been threatened by “vigilantes” in the street, a court has been told.
Update on man who allegedly raped 90yo
The case that traumatised the Central Coast region of NSW last year has taken another turn after the alleged victim died from her injuries.
Man loses toes after accident with NRL star
A rising NRL star has been sentenced in court over his role in a car accident that resulted in a man having two toes amputated.
Dramatic scenes after man shot in public
Video footage has captured the moment charges were laid over the death of a 20-year-old man who was shot dead on the street.
Guy’s ex-manager secures $960k payday
The former manager of pop star Guy Sebastian has secured a major win after he was accused of defrauding his famous client.
Horrifying detail in mum’s alleged murder
A man who has been charged with the alleged murder of his wife after her body was discovered inside a Belmore unit has appeared in court for the first time.
‘Hired help’ arrested over Kirribilli shooting
An alleged gunman and another man have been arrested over a Kirribilli shooting that targeted a man with links to organised crime and bikies last year.
Sydney boss raped employee on first day
A Sydney boss has been sentenced after raping an 18-year-old migrant employee on her first day of work.
Shocking video of teens alleged bullet spray
Shocking video has emerged of the moment before two teens allegedly opened fire on a barbershop in what police claim was an attempt to send “a message”.
‘Very violent’: Mum killed while AVO in place
Police expect to lay a murder charge later on Wednesday after the “very violent” killing of a mother of five in Sydney.
PM urges unity against anti-Semitism scourge
Anthony Albanese has called for an end to the “evil” scourge of anti-Semitism, following a wave of attacks on Jewish communities in Sydney and Melbourne.
ABC’s bizarre question on anti-Semitic attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns’ statement about the anti-Semitic attack in Sydney has been questioned by an ABC broadcaster.
‘Despicable’: Hayne supporter’s fresh blow
A Jarryd Hayne supporter who spat towards the NRL star’s alleged rape complainant has suffered a bruising defamation loss to Channel 7.
‘Rehearsed’: Star’s friends lashed after attack
Friends of a Bondi Rescue star, including a former White Ribbon ambassador, have had their evidence criticised as “rehearsed”.
Woman accused of butchering husband
A woman is alleged to have killed and butchered her husband before discarding his remains in bins in the suburbs around her home.
Tears in street after anti-Semitic attack
Emotional scenes have broken out following an anti-Semitic attack where cars were set alight and properties vandalised.
Machete-wielding teens target schoolboys
A group of schoolboys have been targeted and threatened by a group of machete-wielding teens in an allegedly stolen car, which police suspect could be gang-related.
Moment thugs threaten boys with machetes
Schoolboys in the Western Sydney suburb of Schofields have been threatened by young men wielding machetes in a stolen car.
Body found after stench alerted jogger
Police were called after an early morning jogger made the horrific discovery of a decomposing body of a woman wrapped in plastic.
Sneaky place airline worker hid drugs: cops
An airline worker has been charged after allegedly trying to smuggle drugs hidden in shampoo bottles into Sydney Airport.
Restaurateur learns fate over Nazi symbol
The restaurateur who brandished a Nazi symbol during a pro-Palestinian rally has expressed his deep remorse.
Shock twist in Tyrrell inquest
The final block of hearings in the William Tyrrell inquest have been vacated, with the coroner to hand down her findings at a later date.
US tourist ‘forgot’ about golden gun in bag
An American woman told Australian Border Force officers she “forgot” she had a 24-carat gold plated pistol in her hand luggage when she arrived in Australia.
Dramatic scenes amid Dial-a-Dealer sting
More than 100 people have been arrested and hundreds of bags of illicit drugs, cash and vehicles seized by police as part of a sweeping operation.
‘Dangerous’ killer’s attack on nurse: court
A woman once widely considered Australia’s most dangerous female prisoner has avoided further punishment after attacking her nurse.
Mystery after body found wrapped in plastic
Police are appealing for any information about the identity of a “mystery woman” after a disturbing find was made in bushland.
Uber driver waves ‘gun’ outside parliament
An Uber driver has learnt his fate for brandishing a water pistol that resembled a Glock firearm near the NSW parliament.
‘In complete shock’: Parents’ horror ordeal
The parents of a nine-month-old girl who was allegedly shaken at a daycare centre by a worker in Sydney have broken their silence about the incident.
Woman accused of butchering husband
The true extent of the horrific circumstances surrounding the case of a woman who allegedly butchered her husband can be revealed for the first time.
Major breakthrough in 30-year cold case
Clothing found in bushland may be a crucial piece of evidence for police in the search for a mother last seen 31 years ago.
Murder charge laid after home invasion
Police were led on a 50km chase up the New South Wales coast after a man in his 50s died in a home invasion on Saturday.
PM visits synagogue in closed-off meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met privately with Jewish members at a Perth synagogue one day after the firebombing of Adass Israel.
Ex-Lib leader’s coke ‘King’ son walks free
The son of NSW’s first Liberal leader has walked free after being sentenced for supplying drugs on the dark web under the name ‘AusCokeKing’ in exchange for crypto.
Man charged after explosions, fire in CBD
Police have charged a 66-year-old man after two gas cylinders were allegedly ignited and thrown into offices in one city’s CBD.
Major reward in renewed cold case probe
A grieving mother has shared her anguish 20 years after her son was bashed with a cricket bat and stabbed to death in his home by an unknown perpetrator.
Tears as fraudsters lashed for $10m scam
There were gasps and tears as a disgraced construction boss and his co-conspirators were jailed over a “crude” $10m tax fraud scheme.
Terrifying text sent to Year 6 student
A Sydney primary school was allegedly sent a terrifying threat – with the boy’s mum upset at how the incident was handled by the school.
Major development in barber shooting probe
A real estate agent and alleged bikies and associates have been arrested following a brazen daylight shooting at a barber shop.
Taser cop seen in public after 95yo’s death
Kristian White was found guilty in the NSW Supreme Court of the manslaughter of 95-year-old Clare Nowland, and was sacked from the police for last week.
Aussie city rocked by office explosions
Buildings have been evacuated after several explosions were reported in an office building, with reports of a man setting fire to the building and fleeing.
Why Chris Dawson says he’s not guilty
Chris Dawson will appear before the state’s highest court next year in a bid to have his conviction for engaging in an unlawful sexual relationship with a teenage student overturned on appeal.
X Factor contestant’s murder charge dropped
A major court update has emerged in the case of a former X Factor Australia contestant who was charged with killing a nine-month-old girl.
Principal charged over alleged $1.4m fraud
A school principal is alleged to have stolen money from funds earmarked for maintenance and building works at schools in western Sydney.
Chris Dawson’s next legal move revealed
Convicted wife killer Chris Dawson will return to court in a big legal play following his jailing for an unlawful sexual relationship with a teenage student.
Shock new claims in Alan Jones allegation
Court documents have revealed shocking new allegations against former radio legend Alan Jones, after he was charged with multiple serious offences.
Cops’ bizarre Putin find in car door
An item printed with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s face has been found in the door cavities of a car during a police search.
Chilling CCTV shows armed break-ins
Police have released terrifying footage of armed thieves prowling homes while residents sleep during a string of break-ins.
Alleged bikie boss’ big blow after manhunt
An alleged high-ranking Hells Angels member will be behind bars for Christmas after spending the past two years wanted by police.
Reason cops swarmed ritzy Sydney home
Concerns about a photo posted to social media resulted in police with high-powered rifles descending on the ritzy Sydney suburb in an early morning raid.
Neighbour’s act during alleged home invasion
A brave neighbour trained in martial arts has taken down a man during an alleged home invasion in Sydney.
‘Finally’: Family of slain 95yo fume
The family of a 95-year-old woman who was fatally tasered by a police officer have slammed the decision to fire him as “too little, too late”.
Olympian’s ‘toxic’ relationship with ex: court
The ex-girlfriend of Olympic boxer Harry Garside has avoided conviction after she ‘lost her cool and behaved extremely badly’ during a tussle with her famous partner.
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